They
(religious leaders) asked Jesus, “Why do your people not follow all of our
traditions and rules? They don’t even follow mealtime ritual.” Jesus replied
with a question, “Why do you ignore God’s word, and choose your traditions
instead?” (Matthew 15:2-3)
Asking questions is a powerful way of
teaching truth. Jesus used questions often. As you watch and listen to your
people, there will be opportunities for you to see, and to hear the challengers
who are competing with God’s will and your stories for your people’s attention.
As you are attentive, the Holy Spirit may provide you with a question. That
question may lead the person, or those watching, to consider His or her words. This
gives each one an opportunity to see the truth.
Jesus, recognizing that these Pharisees were
not interested in God’s truth, proceeded to explain how they had ignored God’s
truth to seek their own, selfish interests. Then, He clearly contrasted God’s
desire for heart-felt relationship with men and women to the empty performance
rituals of the temple leadership. His question led to many people understanding
more about God and His truth.
Look for the questions that God wants you to
ask your people.
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